Short answers, pulled from the story.
The year 1846 marked the birth of a publication that would eventually become known as Dædalus. It began its life under the name Proceedings of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences.
A significant transformation occurred in 1958 when the journal adopted its current title. The name changed from Proceedings of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences to Dædalus.
They accept submissions exclusively by invitation rather than through open calls. Editors identify scholars whose work aligns with specific thematic goals before extending invitations.
January 2021 marked a pivotal moment when the journal adopted an open access model. Prior to this date, readers typically needed subscriptions or institutional access to view articles.
The American Academy of Arts and Sciences continues to oversee operations today. MIT Press took over the role of publisher during the transition period in 1958.